Cyclopentolate
Generic Cyclogyl
Cyclopentolate is a generic medication that’s prescribed to dilate (enlarge) your pupil. The brand-name version of this drug is Cyclogyl. The cost of cyclopentolate with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Cyclopentolate is a generic medication that’s prescribed to dilate (enlarge) your pupil. The brand-name version of this drug is Cyclogyl. The cost of cyclopentolate with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
- Generic
- • Solution
- • 2ml of 1pct
- • 1 Bottle
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Intro
Introduction
Written by Sarah Lewis, PharmD
Medically reviewed by Christina Bookwalter PharmD, MS MEd, BCPS, BCACP
Updated on November 9, 2023
Cyclopentolate is a generic medication that’s prescribed to dilate (enlarge) your pupil. The brand-name version of this drug is Cyclogyl. The cost of cyclopentolate with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Read on to learn about cyclopentolate and cost. You’ll also find available coupons and suggestions for ways to save on your prescription. If you’d like more information about cyclopentolate, including its uses, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Cost
Cost of cyclopentolate
Like other medications, the cost of cyclopentolate can vary. Certain factors may affect its price, such as:
- your insurance plan, if you have coverage
- the pharmacy you use
- the cost to visit a healthcare professional to receive doses of cyclopentolate
To find out how much cyclopentolate costs, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. They may be able to suggest ways to save money on your prescription, including those described in this article. To find out what you’d pay using savings coupons, read the “Coupons for cyclopentolate” section.
Coupons
Coupons for cyclopentolate
Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of cyclopentolate. The Optum Perks coupons above can provide significant savings on your prescription costs.
Note: Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with any insurance copays or benefits.
Available app for coupons
To make finding and using these coupons easier, you can download the Optum Perks app. To learn more about this prescription discount app, see this article.
Insurance and other considerations
Insurance and other considerations for cyclopentolate
Here’s a list of things to consider about the cost of prescription drugs:
- Prior authorization. If you have prescription drug insurance, your insurance company may require prior authorization before it covers the cost of cyclopentolate. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for cyclopentolate. The insurance company will decide whether to cover the medication. If a drug requires prior authorization and you begin using it without this, you may have to pay the full price of the drug.
- Insurance coverage. Even if your policy has prescription drug coverage, the price of cyclopentolate may instead be billed through your medical coverage. This is because a doctor or another healthcare professional gives cyclopentolate doses. The cost of your doses will depend on your specific insurance plan and whether you receive the doses at your doctor’s clinic or a hospital. If you have questions about this process, contact your doctor or your insurance provider.
If you have questions about any of these considerations, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Or contact your insurance company and talk with a representative.
If you don’t have a health insurance plan, let your doctor or pharmacist know. They may suggest online pharmacy options you could use. You can also ask them about ways to obtain health insurance coverage.
Generics vs. brand-names
Generics vs. brand-names
Cyclopentolate is a generic medication. The brand-name version of this drug is Cyclogyl.
A generic medication is an identical copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. (An active drug is the ingredient that makes a medication work.) Generics usually cost less than brand-name drugs. And they’re thought to be as safe and effective as the brand-name version.
If your doctor has prescribed cyclopentolate but you’re interested in using Cyclogyl, let them know. They may prefer one medication over the other. Also, check whether your insurance plan covers only one version of the drug.
To learn how the cost of cyclopentolate compares with its brand-name version, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. You could also contact your insurance company.
FAQ
Common questions about cyclopentolate and cost
Here are some common questions about cyclopentolate and their answers.
Is cyclopentolate covered by Medicare?
No, original Medicare doesn’t cover routine eye exams or vision care, which is the main use of cyclopentolate. But original Medicare does cover eye surgery and may require cyclopentolate beforehand. Medicare Part D (prescription drugs) doesn’t cover cyclopentolate.
Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage plans) may cover eye exams and routine vision care. This would include the use of cyclopentolate to dilate (enlarge) your pupils beforehand.
Contact your plan provider for questions about your Medicare coverage.
Why are costs different for brand-name drugs vs. generic drugs?
Brand-name drugs can be expensive because of the studies needed to test how safe and effective they are.
Makers of a brand-name drug can sell their drug for up to 20 years. When the patent for a brand-name drug expires, other drugmakers can make and sell generic versions. A generic medication is an identical copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. (An active drug is the ingredient that makes a medication work.)
This competition may help keep costs of generic medications lower. Also, generic medications contain the same active drugs as brand-name medications, which have already been tested. So, generic medications don’t require the same costly testing.
If you’d like to know more about the cost differences between brand-name and generic drugs, talk with your doctor.
What to ask
What to ask about cyclopentolate
This article provides cost information related to cyclopentolate. It also offers suggestions for ways to save money on your prescription. Above on this page, you’ll find coupons for cyclopentolate.
If you have more questions about paying for this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist. You can also contact your insurance company.
Here’s a list of questions you may want to ask regarding the cost of your medication:
- Does my eye exam or procedure include the cost of cyclopentolate?
- Are there drugs that can be used instead of cyclopentolate and cost less?
- What are my options if I can’t afford my medication?
Resources
Resources
- Cyclopentolate hydrochloride ophthalmic solution USP 1%. (2022). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/ad85b220-6003-4a78-b900-5195ceaf0fd5/spl-doc
- Food and Drug Administration. (2023). Orange Book: Approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence evaluations. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/ob/index.cfm
Disclaimer: Optum Perks has made every effort to make certain that all information is factually correct, comprehensive, and up to date. However, this article should not be used as a substitute for the knowledge and expertise of a licensed healthcare professional. You should always consult your doctor or another healthcare professional before taking any medication. The drug information contained herein is subject to change and is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a given drug does not indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses.
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